Sermons on Abuser:

The Ties That Bind The Born-Again Believer

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 4, 2021

The strongest foothold that the enemy can use to ensnare and bind a person is made up of the three-fold cord of worry, depression, and stress.

These three emotions are the most effective weapons used by the enemy to immobilize and disarm the Born-Again Christian in every area of their life. WORRY Worry is an emotional response that triggers a physiological reaction. It is self-torment and a symptom of fear that lingers long after a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2, Matthew 8:26, Job 3:25, Luke 21:26, 1 Peter 5:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Submit To One Another Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 12, 2021

Submission has to do with a “radical decision to act unselfishly toward others.”

-Building Up One Another - Submit to One Another Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. - Ephesians 5:21 Introduction Have you heard the old story of the ship captain who looked into the dark horizon one night and saw faint lights in the distance? Immediately he told his signalman ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Rid Of The Clutter Series

Contributed by Trayce Carter Russell on Dec 16, 2018

In order to move into the next it's important that you deal with the current mess you living in

Spiritual Housekeeping Series “Get Rid of the Clutter” Luke 12:2 (NIV) ; Eccl 3:1,6 There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed or hidden that will not be made known. To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. A time to get, and a time to lose; a time ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Vb2: Put Off The Old Man With His Deeds Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 14, 2020

I frequently hear someone say, "Life is changing too fast and it is getting worse." I must agree with them because I believe it is due to the rapid increase of both sensual sins and social sins.

4/2/19 Tom Lowe Lesson VB2: Put Off The Old Man With His Deeds (Colossians 3:8-9) Scripture: Colossians 3:8-9 (NIV) 8 But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. 9 Do not lie to each other, since you have ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Using Your Gifts To Serve Others - Part 1

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 30, 2020

1 Peter 4:10 admonishes us to "use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." What is the greatest gift all believers have received? What gift does this poor, lost world need most?

Using Your Gifts to Serve Others Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” And our memory refresher verse(s) for today is(are) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11, Acts 16:6

Denomination: Nazarene

Reversing Curses Series

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Aug 15, 2018

Sermon deals with 2 types of curses people can find themselves in. One is a spiritual curse that comes as a result of iniquity. The other is basically when bad things happen to good people and they are suffering through no fault of their own.

REVERSING CURSES 2 Kings 8:1-6 * Have you ever felt that, because of your past mistakes, that you are living under a curse? * Or maybe you feel that you have suffered for many years for something that wasn’t your fault? Something that was totally out of your control. Life has hit you really ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 8:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Come Get A Six-Pack Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

Paul is being practical related to our lives as a whole, walking in wisdom for a purpose.

Background to passage: Continuing in Ephesians. Explain why I preach through books. Paul is being practical related to our lives as a whole, walking in wisdom for a purpose. This is a principle that applies to many issues of choice in our lives, especially as it relates to cultural issues that we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Concerning The Unmarried Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 6, 2019

In this passage, Paul addresses an issue in detail that he had touched on earlier in 1 Corinthians 7.8-9. The issue was, “Does a Christian have to get married, and how about the unmarried women in the church who are not getting any younger” (see I Co 7.36).

December 19, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Topic #6: Questions Concerning Marriage, 1 Corinthians 7.1-7.40 Lesson 6.4: Concerning the Unmarried Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7.25-35 1 Cor 7.25-35 (KJV) 25 Now concerning virgins I have no commandment of the Lord: yet I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

When Good Isn't Good Enough

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 14, 2001

This message appeals to the seeker to search their heart and realize that we must have a relationship with Jesus Christ.

When Good Isn’t Good Enough Text: Isaiah 64:6 But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away. Introduction: Almost Doesn’t Count!!! I. Man Thinks Himself ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Touch Those Landmarks

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Oct 13, 2004

A sermon emphasizing the importance of maintain the key areas of the Christian faith.

Do Not Touch Those Landmarks TEXT: Proverbs 22:28 Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set. Job 24:1 Why, seeing times are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know him not see his days? Job 24:2 Some remove the landmarks; they violently take away flocks, and feed ...read more

Scripture: Job 24:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

No Shield, No Shoes, No Service

Contributed by William Noel on Jul 11, 2004

Why the armour of God is invaluable in the daily affairs of every believer.

“No Shield, No Shoes, No Service” Eph. 6:10-18 Introduction: · When I used to work in restaurants, we had a policy that if a customer came in without a shirt or shoes, we would not serve them. Actually, it wasn’t just a restaurant policy. It was a law sent down by the Health Department. · A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The 3 Crosses

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 29, 2003

To stress the importance of receiving salvation so that we may be paradise-bound.

The 3 Crosses Text: Luke 23.33-43 Thesis: To stress the importance of receiving salvation so that we may be paradise-bound. Introduction: (1) One of the scenes of the crucifixion that has always stood out to me involved the 2 thieves between whom Jesus was crucified. (2) Let us note the 3 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transcendent Vision Of The Human Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 29, 2009

The push for homosexual marriage is a denial of the transcendent nature of man, who is called to union with God, and to marriage which images the union of God and the Church.

August 31, 2009 Monday of 22nd Week in Course Caritas in Veritate Without a transcendent vision of the human person, without the vital link to God, there can be no true human development. What development is planned is “entrusted exclusively to man, who falls into the trap of thinking he can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Overcoming Obstacles Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jan 9, 2006

Learn how to overcome obstacles as you study the trials which Nehemiah faced.

As Nehemiah led the Israelite people to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem they faced many obstacles. They faced challenges and obstacles as a group. (2:19---laughter and ridicule) (2:19---slander) (4:1-6---mockery) (4:7-9---plots) (4:10---tired ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Damnation

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 15, 2007

Jesus says the words from the cross that we were supposed to say.

Word of damnation – “Father, father, why have you forsaken me?” Damnation – separation from God – alienation An illustration of when you were alone and afraid would be appropriate here We’ve all felt alone or alienated – lost, rift in relationships with family or friends, divorce, lost a loved ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Lutheran